Compiler: Joyce Takamine Date: November 21, 2014 This is the Colorado Rare Bird Alert Friday, November 21 sponsored by Denver Field Ornithologists and Rocky Mountain Bird Observatory.
Highlight species include: (* indicates new information on this species). Swan spec (Arapahoe, Boulder, Weld) Trumpeter Swan (Pueblo) Tundra Swan (Adams, Douglas/Jefferson, El Paso, Larimer, Park, Pueblo) Long-tailed Duck (*Arapahoe, Bent, El Paso, *Garfield, *Larimer, *Weld) Surf Scoter (Arapahoe, El Paso, Fremont, *Mesa, Weld) White-winged Scoter (Arapahoe, Douglas/Jefferson, El Paso, *Larimer, Mesa, Park) Black Scoter (*Douglas, El Paso, *Garfield, *Larimer) Barrow's Goldeneye (Garfield, Lake, Routt, Summit, Weld) Pacific Loon (Douglas, Jefferson, *Larimer, Morgan, Weld) Red-necked Grebe (Boulder, Pueblo, *Prowers, San Miguel) Dunlin (Pueblo) American Golden-Plover (Weld) Thayer's Gull (*Arapahoe, Pueblo, Weld) Lesser Black-backed Gull (*Arapahoe, Bent, Larimer, *Ouray, Pueblo) Glaucous Gull (*Weld) Great Black-backed Gull (Pueblo) COSTA'S HUMMINGBIRD (Mesa) Black Phoebe (Mesa) White-eyed Vireo (Pueblo) McCown's Longspur (Weld) Fox Sparrow (Jefferson) Golden-crowned Sparrow (Boulder, Jefferson) Rusty Blackbird (*Mesa) Gray-crowned Rosy-Finch (Park) Brown-capped Rosy-Finch (Park) PURPLE FINCH (Pueblo) ADAMS COUNTY: --A juv Tundra Swan was reported by Sheeter at Adams County Fairground on November 17. ARAPAHOE COUNTY: --2 Swans were reported by Beltz at Cherry Creek Reservoir off the Lake Loop on November 13. --2 Lesser Black-backed Gulls were reported by Suddjian at Cooley Lake in South Platte Park on November 14. On November 16, Suddjian reported 1 Lesser Black-backed Gull at Cooley Lake. --Two White-winged Scoters were reported flying over C470 near South Platte Reservoir on November 17. --At Aurora Reservoir on November 16, Dowell reported 2 Surf Scoters, 1 ad Lesser Black-backed Gull and 4 1-st cyc Thayer's Gulls. --A f Long-tailed Ducks was reported by Hopping at Cherry Creek Reservoir on November 18. --At Cherry Creek Reservoir on November 19, Righter reported 2 ad Lesser Black-backed Gulls and 1 ad Thayer's Gull. On November 20, Walbek reported imm Long-tailed Duck, ad Thayer's Gull, and 4 Lesser Black-backed Gulls. BENT COUNTY: --At John Martin Reservoir on November 17, Duane Nelson reported m Long-tailed Ducks from Overlook and a Lesser Black-backed Gull. Duane reported most of reservoir is frozen. On November 18, Stulp reported Long-tailed Duck at John Martin Reservoir. BOULDER COUNTY: --A Red-necked Grebe was reported by Severs at Lagerman Reservoir on November 13. On November 15 Frye reported Red-necked Grebe at Lagerman. --The Golden-crowned Sparrow was reported by Harlan at Teller Farms on November 16. --5 Swams were reported by Wilberding at Boulder Reservoir on November 16. DOUGLAS COUNTY: --At Aurora Rampart Reservoir at Roxborough on November 18, Suddjian reported 2 f Black Scoters and a Pacific Loon. On November 19 at Aurora Rampart Reservoir, Kellner reported 1 imm Black Scoters and a Pacific Loon. On November 20, Clark reported Black Scotter at Aurora Rampart Reservoir. DOUGLAS/JEFFERSON COUNTIES: --On November 17, Suddjian reported 5 Tundra Swans near the Marina Sand Spit and an ad White-winged Scoter at Chatfield SP. --A White-winged Scoter was reported by Matt Clark at the Swim Beach at Chatfield SP on November 18 EL PASO COUNTY: --2 Tundra Swans were reported by Big Johnson by Driscoll on November 14. --On November 14, Bill Maynard reported f Black Scoter and 3 White-winged Scoters at Prospect Lake in Colorado Springs. Drummond reported 3 f-type White-winged Scoters and 1 ad Black Scoter at Prospect Lake on November 15. On November 17, Hinds reported 3 White-winged Scoters, 1 Black Scoter, and 2 Surf Scoters at Prospect Lake. On November 18, Chartier reported 1 Surf Scoter, 1 Black Scoter, and 1 White-winged Scoter at Prospect Lake. On November 19, Walbek reported Surf Scoter, Black Scoter, and White-winged Scoter at Prospect Lake. --2 White-winged Scoters, 1 Long-tailed Duck and a juv Tundra Swam were reported by Peterson at Big Johnson on November 16. A White-winged Scoter and Long-tailed Duck was reported by Farese at Big Johnson on November 18. Percival reported White-winged Scoter and f Long-tailed Duck at Big Johnson on November 19. FREMONT COUNTY: --A f-type Surf Scoter was reported by Rich Miller at Valco Pond W of Mackenzie Ave in Canon City on November 17. The Surf Scoter was reported by Moss on November 19 at Valco Pond. GARFIELD COUNTY: --At Rifle Gap SP on November 17, Dunning reported 1 Barrow's Goldeneye, 1 Long-tailed Duck, and 3 Black Scoters. On November 19, Zerbi reported 2 Long-tailed Ducks at Rifle Gap Reservoir. On November 20, Potter reported Long-tailed Duck and 3 Black Scoters at Rifle Gap Reservoir. JEFFERSON COUNTY: --A Pacific Loon was reported by Hudak at Harriman Lake on November 13 and November 14. --A "Red" Fox Sparrow was reported by Mitzen at Red Rocks Trading Post on November 14. --On November 15, Kellner and Chavez reported ad Golden-crowned Sparrow and red Fox Sparrow at Red Rocks Trading Post, but no juv Golden-crowned Sparrow. On November 19, Kibbe reported Golden-crowned Sparrow and red Fox Sparrow at Red Rocks Trading Post. LAKE COUNTY: --Barrow's Goldeneyes were reported by Kellner at Mount Elbert Forebay on November 16. LARIMER COUNTY: --3 Tundra Swans were reported by Leatherman at Park Creek Reservoir viewed from 80 Rd, 8 miles W of Hamiliton Reservoir on November 13. --On November 15, Komar reported an ad Lesser Black-backed Gull and Horseshoe Reservoir in Loveland and an ad Lesser Black-backed Gull at Lake Loveland in the NW corner. --On Douglas Reservoir on November 17 and November 18, Leatherman reported ad f White-winged Scoter, f Black Scoter, and f Long-tailed Duck. On November 20, Bankert\ reported White-winged Scoter, Black Scoter, and Long-tailed Duck at Douglas Reservoir. Douglas Reservoir is NW of intersect of CR 50 and CR 15. --4 Tundra Swans were reported by Leatherman at Hamilton Reservoir (associated with Rawhide Power Plant) on November 18. 3 Tundra Swans were reported by Bankert at Hamiliton Reservoir on November 19. --At Boyd Lake at the N end on November 18, Wild reported 4 probable Black Scoters. --On November 20, Bankert reported a Pacific Loon at Annex Reservoir #8 (South side of CR 56). MESA COUNTY: --2 Surf Scoters were reported by Henwood at Colorado River State Park, Fruita Section on November 5. They were on the northern most pond. Two Surf Scoters were reported by Ortenzio at Colorado River State Park, Fruita Section on November 6. On November 11, Henwood reported that the two Surf Scoters continue at the Fruita Section of Colorado River SP. On November 12, Zerbi reported that the two Surf Scoters continue at the Fruita Section of Colorado River SP. On November 15, Woodward reported 3 Surf Scoters at Fruita Section of Colorado River SP. On November 17, Dunning reported 1 Surf Scoter at the Fruita Section of Colorado River SP. On November 18, Luger reported 2 White-winged Scoters and a Black Phoebe at the Fruita Section of Colorado River SP. On November 20 Henwood reported 1 Surf Scoter at the Fruita Section of Colorado River SP. --A Rusty Blackbird was reported by Henwoodat Highline Lake on November 20. --Steve Bouricius (bouricii At earthlink.net) kindly has made arrangements to see the COSTA'S HUMMINGBIRD. Here are his instructions. The Costa's Hummingbird in Grand Junction was still present on November 16. The hosts, Larry and Twanna Cooksey, graciously welcome birders to view the bird from their courtyard at 2217 Tuscany. Ortenzio reported that the COSTA'S HUMMINGBIRD was seen on November 14. Henwood reported the COSTA'S HUMMINGBIRD on November 16. Dunning reported the COSTA'S HUMMINGBIRD on November 17. The COSTA'S HUMMINGBIRD was reported by Gwen Moore on November 18. The COSTA'S HUMMINGBIRD was reported by Woodward on November 19. Directions: From Redlands Parkway, continue west on S. Broadway about 0.6 mi. and turn left on South Camp Road (the street sign is missing); take S. Camp to Renaissance Blvd., turn left on Renaissance, then right on Tuscany to 2217. Please enter the gate from the Montero Street side, left of the garage door. Morning is the best time to see the bird as it may not be present for long periods during mid day. I suggest leaving the bird to feed undisturbed in late afternoon. There is seating on the patio but you might want to be prepared with a folding chair. The courtyard is intimate and the feeders close so a quiet atmosphere may be important to seeing the bird. She often perches deep in the aspen at the west end of the court yard. OURAY COUNTY: --A Lesser Black-backed Gull was reported by Dexter at Ridgway Reservoir on November 17. On November 20, Zerbi reported Lesser Black-backed Gull at Ridgway Reservoir. PARK COUNTY: --35 Tundra Swans and 3 White-winged Scoters were reported by Kellner on Elevenmile Reservoir on November 16. --A flock of 650 Rosy-Finches (400 Gray-crowned, 200 Brown-capped and 50 Helpburn's) were reported by Kellner along Hwy 9 between Fairplay and Hartsel on November 16. --A flock of about 100 Rosy-Finches all Gray-crowned along High Chaparral Road between Hwy 24 and Eleven Mile Reservoir on November 16. --4 Tundra Swans were reported by Suddjian at ponds near Cline Drive near Santa Maria on November 17. --On CR 58 on November 17, Suddjian reported 100 Gray-crowned Rosy-Finches and 30 Brown-capped Rosy-Finches. PROWERS COUNTY: --A Red-necked Grebe was reported by Stulp at North Gateway Park in Lamar on November 15 and by Thompson on November 16 and November 17. Red-necked Grebe was reported by Thompson at North Gateway Park on November 20. Directions: If you are coming from the north on Hwy 287, cross the Arkansas River Bridge and turn left or east on Crystal St which is also the turn-off to Holiday Inn Express. Go east on Crystal to the first left after the two hotel entrances and head north past the concrete plant to fishing pond. The grebe stays to the N and NW side of the pond. PUEBLO COUNTY: --A Red-necked Grebe and f PURPLE FINCH were reported by Percival off West Fishing Road at Pueblo Reservoir on November 15. On November 17, Percival reported Red-necked Grebe off West Fishing Roadt at Pueblo Reservoir. --On November 17 at Pueblo Reservoir, Percival reported 2 ad Trumpeter Swans and 2 ad Tundra Swans in a cove S of South Shore Marina and ad Great Black-backed Gull and 1-st cyc Lesser Black-backed Gull at South Shore Marina tires. On November 19 at South Shore Marina and SE Corner of Pueblo Reservoir, Percival reported ad Great Black-backed Gull, 2 imm Lesser Black-backed Gulls, juv Thayer's Gull and Pacific Loon. --At the Sailboard Lauching area of Pueblo Reservoir a Dunlin was found by Rich Miller on November 18 and seen by Percival and Walbek on November 19. ROUTT COUNTY: --Barrow's Goldeneyes were reported by Litteral on Lake Catamount just south of Steamboat Springs on November 12. SAN MIGUEL COUNTY: --A Red-necked Grebe was found by George Steele on October 29 at Miramonte Reservoir and seen again on October 30 by Dexter and Wright. Steele reported on November 7 that the Red-necked Grebe continues at Miramonte. On November 10, Zerbi reported that the Red-necked Grebe continues at Miramonte. On November 17, Steele reported that the Red-necked Grebe continues at Miramonte Reservoir. SUMMIT COUNTY: --At Dillon Reservoir on Novmeber 16, Kellner reported 8 Barrow's Goldeneyes and 1 imm Black Scoters. WELD COUNTY: --3 f-type Surf Scoters and a Thayer's Gull were reported by Prather at Union Reservoir on November 14. --6 Swans were reported by Glabach on Winsor Reservoir on November 16. --On November 17 at Union Reservoir, Riffe reported 2nd-cyc Glaucous Gull, 2 Thayer's Gulls (1 ad, 1 1-st cyc), f Barrow's Goldeneye, and juv Long-tailed Duck. On November 20 at Union Reservoir, Dowell reported Long-tailed Duck and Glaucous Gull. The DFO Field Trip for Saturday, November 22 will be the Chatfield SP led by Ed Holub (edmund.holub AT gmail.com, 303-979-2194). Meet inside west entrance of park off S Wadsworth, 1.5 miles south of C-470. Lunch is optional as trip will be half day but bring snacks and water. State Parks pass required. RMBO's Annual Barrow's Goldeneye Count on Sunday Novmeber 23 led by Paul Slingsby (paslingsby ATcomcast.net 303-422-3728). Meet at stegosaurus lot to carpool. From I-70 west, exit 259 (Morrison exit), turn left and driver under I-70 bridge and look for Park-n-Ride on your left. This is the same lot as used by Hawk Watch. Meet at south end of lot near driveway at 0800. Will count Barrow's Goldeneyes and other birds at Silverthorne water treatment plant, then drive to Lake Granby, Shadow Mountain Lake, and Grand Lake. Spotting scopes, binoculars, and 2-way radios will be useful. Dress for cold windy weather even if forecast is for a comfortable day. Insulated, wind-proof leg coverings, and warm boots are recommended. Bring water and snacks. Will find a warm place to buy lunch. Plan to be back at Stegosaurus lot by dark. The DFO Field Trip for Sunday, November 23 will be to to South Platte River Reservoir and River Trail led by Mike Foster (mike1.foster AT concast.net, 303-456-2647). Directions: Meet at 0900 at parking lot adjoining the South Platte Reservoir. The reservoir is just north of Chatfield off of C-470. Take C-470 to Wadsworth Blvd, exit and turn north onto Wadsworth. Turn right (east on West Chatfield Ave and follow the road which becomes South Platte Canyon Road (CO 75). Make a sharp turn right at the sign that says South Platte Reservoir and follow the access road around to parking lot. After exploring the reservoir, will walk along South Platte River looking for shorebirds, ducks. The walk is 3-4 miles. Bring lunch (optional), water, and a scope if you have one. Some may visit nearby Panera Bread for lunch. The next monthly meeting of Denver Field Ornithologists will be on Monday, November 24 at 7:30 pm at the Denver Museum of Nature and Science. Chuck Hundertmark will speak on "Rackets and Ruins: Birding Mexico's Yucatan". Park on the north and enter through the West Door between 7:00 and 7:30 pm. Good Birding, Joyce Takamine Boulder -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "Colorado Birds" group. 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